Lakewood, Colorado
Lakewood: The fifth most populous city in Colorado.
About
Lakewood is a city located in the county of Jefferson in the U.S. state of Colorado. Its population at the 2010 census was 142,980. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 157,429 inhabitants.
The city was created 137 years ago in 1888.
Lakewood is a city located along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains in central Colorado. With a population of over 155,000, it is the fifth most populous city in Colorado and part of the Denver metropolitan area.
History
Lakewood started as several smaller communities like Edgewater and Lakewood that eventually merged. Jefferson County organized the city of Lakewood in 1969 to better manage growth and zoning for the rapidly expanding Denver suburbs.
Lakewood developed quickly throughout the 1970s and 1980s as more residents were attracted to its suburban appeal along the mountain backdrop.
Features of Lakewood
Some of the defining features of Lakewood include:
- Over 150 parks and open spaces, including nature trails and mountain parks
- The 40-acre Belmar shopping and entertainment district
- Local attractions like the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and the Lakewood Heritage Center
- Major employers such as Terumo and St. Anthony Hospital
- Part of the Denver Technological Center, home to many aerospace and tech companies
Outdoor Recreation
Situated at the foot of the Rockies, Lakewood offers exceptional access to mountain activities like:
- Skiing and snowboarding at Winter Park Resort
- Hiking, climbing and camping in Golden Gate Canyon State Park
- Fishing, boating and swimming at Lake Arbor Reservoir
In summary, Lakewood provides a blend of picturesque natural landscapes with easy access to Denver city amenities and suburban community features.
Quick Facts about Lakewood
| Population | 157,429 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Colorado (United States) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Water as percent of area | 2.68% |
| Land as percent of area | 97.32% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.7047,-105.0814 |
| Altitude | 5,518 feet / 1682 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1889 (137 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time | 01:20:03 (17th April 2026) |
| Population growth | 9.18% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 38℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Lakewood is located at 39°42'17"N 105°4'53"W (39.7047100, -105.0813700).
Lakewood map
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Weather
Partly cloudy, with a low around 38.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Lakewood increased by 9.18% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 142,980 | - | census |
| 2011 | 144,087 | 0.77% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 145,396 | 0.9% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 146,878 | 1.01% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 149,434 | 1.71% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 152,052 | 1.72% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 154,039 | 1.29% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 154,966 | 0.6% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 156,682 | 1.1% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 157,935 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 157,429 | -0.32% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Lakewood
1US Rural Development
655 Parfet St # E100, Lakewood, CO 80215, United States View details
Phone: +17205442903 | Website available
2Lakewood Civic Center
480 S Allison Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80226 View details
Phone: +13039877000 | Website available
3Agriculture Department
700 Kipling St # 4000, Lakewood, CO 80215, United States View details
Phone: +13032394100 | Website available
People born in Lakewood (23)
People born in Lakewood, including aerospace engineer Robert Zubrin, theatre, film and television character actor and rock, blues and country musician Gregg Henry, professional and amateur wrestler, football player and author "Dr. Death" Steve Williams, .
More notable people
- Jeb Brovsky (American soccer player) he was born in 03/12/1988
- Derek Cianfrance (American film director and screenwriter) he was born in 23/01/1974
- Chez Starbuck (American actor) he was born in 26/07/1982
- Tyler Ruegsegger (American ice hockey player) he was born in 19/01/1988
- Ami Cusack (Television personality and model) she was born in 25/01/1973
- Mat Clark (American-born Canadian ice hockey player) he was born in 17/10/1990
- Lindsey Horan (association football player) she was born in 26/05/1994
- Marc Schiechl (Player of American football) he was born in 30/11/1987
- Mel Proctor (American baseball player) he was born in 01/01/1951
- Robert E. Blackburn (United States federal judge) he was born in 12/04/1950
- Scott Gaylord (American racing driver) he was born in 12/08/1958
- Dylan Klebold (American school shooter and mass murderer; co-perpetrator of the Columbine High School Massacre) he was born in 11/09/1981
- Tim Samaras (American engineer) he was born in 12/11/1957
- Hayden Byerly (American actor) he was born in 11/10/2000
- Isaiah Schafer (Footballer) he was born in 07/06/1990
- Jeremiah Sirles (American football player) he was born in 08/08/1991
- Douglas Darden he was born in 20/10/1951
- Nicole Hensley (American ice hockey player) she was born in 23/06/1994
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Lakewood, CO. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 381732 | Colorado School of Healing Arts | Lakewood (CO) | 80226 |
| 443632 | Colorado Media School | Lakewood (CO) | 80226 |
| 482176 | Paul Mitchell the School-Denver | Lakewood (CO) | 80226 |
| 126669 | Colorado Christian University | Lakewood (CO) | 80226 |
| 127945 | Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design | Lakewood (CO) | 80214 |
Nearby Transit Stations (12)
Rail and bus stations connected to Lakewood, CO. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEB | Denver (Bus Station), Colorado | 1055 19th Street | BUS |
| DEN | Union Station | 1701 Wynkoop Street | RAIL |
| PJT | Pine Junction, CO | 76 Mount Evans Boulevard | BUS |
| BLD | Boulder, Colorado | 30th & Diagonal Highway | BUS |
| LGM | Longmont, Colorado | 623 Main St. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Lakewood.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lakewood Post Office | Lakewood (CO) | 80226 |
| Bear Valley Post Office | Denver (CO) | 80227 |
| Westwood Post Office | Denver (CO) | 80219 |
| Edgewater Post Office | Lakewood (CO) | 80214 |
| Al Post Office | Denver (CO) | 80212 |
Other places with the same name (8)
- Lakewood, New Jersey township in Ocean County, New Jersey with a population of 107,439 people.
- Lakewood, California a community in California's Los Angeles County. with a population of 78,119 people.
- Lakewood, Washington The most populous city in Pierce County, Washington. with a population of 59,829 people.
- Lakewood, Ohio A city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. with a population of 49,350 people.
- Lakewood, Illinois city in Illinois, United States of America with a population of 3,967 people.
- Lakewood, New York city in Chautauqua County, New York, United States of America with a population of 2,774 people.
- Lakewood, Minnesota urban township in St. with a population of 2,271 people.
- Lakewood, Wisconsin town in Oconto County, WI with a population of 846 people.
Other cities in Jefferson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jefferson County , CO.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Arvada | 121,936 | The second most populous city in Jefferson County, Colorado. |
| Ken Caryl | 32,438 | Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Colorado |
| Wheat Ridge | 31,857 | City in Colorado, USA |
| Columbine | 24,280 | School shooting at Columbine High School in Columbine, Colorado, United States on 20 April 1999 |
| Golden | 20,347 | County seat of Jefferson County, Colorado, United States |
| Applewood | 7,160 | Census designated place |
| Edgewater | 5,393 | Human settlement in Jefferson County, Colorado, United States of America |
| Evergreen | 3,944 | County seat of Conecuh County, Alabama, United States |
| Genesee | 3,609 | City in Idaho |
| Kittredge | 1,304 | Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Colorado |
| Mountain View | 549 | Town in Jefferson County, Colorado, USA |
| Morrison | 430 | Municipality in Colorado, United States |
| Lakeside | 8 | Town in Jefferson County, Colorado, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Lakewood distances to largest Colorado cities